Page 1: Table Of Contents
2005 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....3-49 Front Seats ..........1-2 Trip Computer ......... 3-51 Rear Seats ..........1-6 Audio System(s) ........3-52 Safety Belts ..........1-8 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Child Restraints ........
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever Index it appears in this manual. A good place to quickly locate information about the Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We you or others could be hurt.
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with Notice: These mean there is something that could the text describing the operation or information damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Child Restraint Systems .........1-35 Manual Seats ..........1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-38 Six-Way Power Seats ........1-3 Top Strap ............1-40 Manual Lumbar ..........1-3 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-41 Heated Seats ..........1-4 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Children (LATCH System) ......1-42...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 9: Six-Way Power Seats
Six-Way Power Seats Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the control is located on If your vehicle has this feature, the knob is located on the outboard side of the front seats. To adjust the the outboard side of the driver’s seat. Turn the knob seat do any of the following: toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar •...
Page 10: Heated Seats
Heated Seats Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has this option, the driver’s and Lift the lever to release the seatback, then move the passenger’s heated seat switches are located on the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock outboard side of the seat.
Page 11 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can not do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt can not do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 12: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat If your vehicle has this feature, you can fold either side of the seatback down for more cargo space. Make sure the front seat is not reclined. If it is, the rear seatback will not fold down all the way.
Page 13 CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not If the seatback is not locked, it could move properly attached, or twisted will not provide forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could the protection needed in a crash. The person cause injury to the person sitting there.
Page 14: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so it goes.
Page 16 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-10...
Page 17 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-11...
Page 18: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident —...
Page 20 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle Do not let it get twisted. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 21 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 22 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 26: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way.
Page 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-13. seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 28: Center Front Passenger Position
Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 29: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 30 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 31 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 1-25...
Page 32 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 33 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the over the belt, and insert the two edges of the guide on top.
Page 34: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. It is free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 35: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 36 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 37: Infants And Young Children
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
Page 38 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 39 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 40 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Newborn infants need complete support, Selection of a particular restraint should take including support for the head and neck. This is into consideration not only the child’s weight, height necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is and age but also whether or not the restraint will...
Page 41: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 42 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 43 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are vehicle safety standards.
Page 45 Here is why: CAUTION: CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be front passenger’s airbag if it inﬂates. Never seriously injured or killed if the right front secure a child restraint in the center front seat.
Page 46: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 47: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens.
Page 48 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors for all three rear seating positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints.
Page 49 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position.
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH position you want to use, where the bottom of the system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for seatback meets the back of the seat cushion.
Page 51 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42. There is no top strap anchor in the right front passenger’s position.
Page 53 Here is why: 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or CAUTION: around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 54 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 55: Airbag System
Airbag System Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal airbag. But these airbags must inﬂate very quickly to do their Your vehicle has airbags — a frontal airbag for the job and comply with federal regulations.
Page 56 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: (Continued) The side impact airbag for the driver is designed CAUTION: to inﬂate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the driver’s side of your You can be severely injured or killed in a crash vehicle.It is not designed to inﬂate in frontal, in if you are not wearing your safety belt, even if...
Page 57 There is an airbag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but The system checks the airbag electrical system for not for young children and infants.
Page 58: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-52...
Page 59 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other...
Page 60: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform, the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 18 mph (19 to The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags 29 km/h), and the threshold level for a full deployment is are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal about 18 to 24 mph (29 to 38.5 km/h).
Page 61: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? The frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inﬂation In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing would not likely help the occupants. system detects that the vehicle is in a crash.
Page 62: How Does An Airbag Restrain
How Does an Airbag Restrain? What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that the instrument panel.
Page 63 Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. CAUTION: • Airbags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an airbag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the your airbag system.
Page 64: Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors have information about servicing your vehicle and the and anchorages are working properly.
Page 65: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need CAUTION: new parts.
Page 66 NOTES 1-60...
Page 67: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Shifting Out of Park (P) .........2-25 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-3 Parking Over Things That Burn .......2-26 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Engine Exhaust ..........2-26 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ..2-27 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Door Locks ............2-8 Mirrors ............2-28...
Page 68: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 69 This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: If you need a new key, contact your dealer for assistance. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet 1. This device may not cause interference, and Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance 2.
Page 70: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the Operation transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Using the remote keyless •...
Page 71 Transmitter Veriﬁcation (Remote Alarm): Press this button to activate an alarm. The ignition must be in OFF or ACC for the This feature provides feedback that a command has remote alarm to work. When you press the remote been received by the vehicle, if your key fob has been button, the headlamps will ﬂash, the horn will sound programmed to Mode 3: Full, see FOB HORN repeatedly and your interior lamps will turn on attracting...
Page 72: Illumination On Remote Activation
Illumination on Remote Activation Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle The interior lamps will come on when either the UNLOCK, the trunk release or the remote alarm button Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to is pressed. The interior lamps will remain on for prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
Page 73: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement To replace the battery do the following: 1. Insert a ﬂat object like a coin into the slot on the Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless back of the transmitter. Gently pry apart the front entry transmitter should last about three years.
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside, use the manual or Door Locks power door locks. To unlock the driver’s side door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the CAUTION: vehicle.
Page 75 Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on each front Programmable automatic power door locks are a door above the armrest. standard feature that is intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by automatically locking and unlocking doors.
Page 76 Lockout Protection Trunk To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle, this feature stops the power door locks from locking while CAUTION: the key is in the ignition and a door is open. If a power lock switch is pressed while a door is open It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 77: Trunk Lock
Trunk Lock Emergency Trunk Release Handle To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key in the lock and turn it. You can also press the car symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter, if equipped. Remote Trunk Release You can also unlock the trunk from inside the vehicle.
Page 78: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 79: Sun Visors
Power Windows To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch. The power window switches located on the Window Lockout driver’s door armrest control each of the The driver’s window controls also include a lock out windows.
Page 80: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle (without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key) or turns the ignition on with an Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. incorrect key.
Page 81: Disarming With Your Key
Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors. The light on the radio will go In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside off to let you know the system is no longer armed. Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information.
Page 82: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle With the key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to four positions. New Vehicle Break-In The ignition switch is located on the instrument Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate panel, to the right of break-in.
Page 83: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine ACC (ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you can operate your electrical accessories. With the key in this position, the ignition and automatic transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). will unlock. Your engine will not start in any other position —...
Page 84: Starting Your 3800 Series Ii V6 Engine
3. If your engine still will not start, or starts but then 2. If it does not start within 10 seconds, hold your key stops, it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. in START for about 10 seconds at a time until your Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the engine starts.
Page 85: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle may be equipped with this feature. In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Page 86: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation CAUTION: Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 87 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing may damage the transaxle. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. is moving forward could damage the transaxle.
Page 88: Parking Brake
THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE shift lever is in FIRST (1), the transaxle will not shift into Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3)
Page 89: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position. CAUTION: A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK (P).
Page 90: Steering Column Shift Lever
Steering Column Shift Lever Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by pulling the CAUTION: shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go.
Page 91: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the system. You must fully apply your regular brakes before vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON.
Page 92: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 93: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if you ever have to, here are some things to know. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 94: Mirrors
® Mirrors There are also OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face. See your dealer for more information ® on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar ® Manual Rearview Mirror See OnStar System on page 2-30 for more information ®...
Page 95: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To turn the The outside power mirror automatic dimming feature off, press the center controls are located near button again.
Page 96: Onstar System
® Heated Outside Mirrors OnStar System If your vehicle has this feature, the surface of the ® OnStar uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite outside mirrors will heat when the rear window defogger technology, wireless communications, and call centers is activated. to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services.
Page 97: Virtual Advisor
® Safe and Sound Plan OnStar Personal Calling • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment ® As an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Calling capability is available if your hand-held cell phone is • Emergency Services lost, forgotten, or has a low battery. It is a hands-free •...
Page 98: Homelink Transmitter
® HomeLink Transmitter This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 99 ® Programming HomeLink Read the instructions completely before attempting to ® program the HomeLink Transmitter. Because of Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to person available to assist you in programming the program up to three channels: transmitter.
Page 100 4. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and then 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” ® rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the button. The name and color of the button may frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. vary by manufacturer.
Page 101: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
® Gate Operator and Canadian Using HomeLink Programming ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter on while the signal is being transmitted. signals to “time out”...
Page 102: Storage Areas
® Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Storage Areas Button Glove Box ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. The glove ® 1.
Page 103: Sunroof
Convenience Net The switch works only when the ignition is in ACC, ON or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. The vehicle may have a convenience net located on the Open/Express: To activate the express-open feature, back wall of the trunk. press the switch rearward two times.
Page 104: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization • Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming (Available with Remote Keyless Entry) Some of the convenience features can be reset or • Return to Original Factory Settings (Available for All) customized to perform according to your preference. • Features you can program depend upon the options that Exit Vehicle Customization Mode came with your vehicle.
Page 105: Maintenance Schedule
SETTINGS (Display Current Settings) The CHANGE ENGINE OIL light is now reset. You can either exit the programming mode by following the This feature displays your vehicle personalization instructions later in this section or program the next settings. feature available on your vehicle. OIL LIFE (Engine Oil Life System Reset) TIRE MON (Tire Inﬂation Monitor Reset) This feature allows you to reset the engine oil life...
Page 106 LT DELAY (Delayed Headlamp 3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through the modes to change the current mode. Illumination) 4. With your preference displayed, press the This feature allows the headlamps and parking lamps to TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard stay on for a set amount of time after you exit the to verify the new setting.
Page 107 FOB LIGHT (Remote Visual Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The mode may have been changed since then. To Veriﬁcation) determine the current mode, or to change the mode, do the following: This feature allows the exterior lights to ﬂash when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or 1.
Page 108 FOB HORN (Remote Audible 3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through the modes to change the current mode. Veriﬁcation) 4. With your preference displayed, press the This feature allows the horn to chirp when the remote TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock to verify the new setting.
Page 109 3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through To determine the current mode, or to change the mode, the modes to change the current mode. do the following: 4. With your preference displayed, press the TUNE/ 1. Scroll, using the SEEK/PSCAN up or down arrows, DISP button to select.
Page 110 TRNKJAMB (Trunk Jamb) The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions This feature allows the content theft system trunk lock later in this section or program the next feature available sensor to be disabled or enabled.
Page 111 FOB PROG (Remote Keyless Entry 3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through the modes to change the current mode. Transmitter Programming) 4. With your preference displayed, press the This feature allows you to match the remote keyless TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard entry transmitter to your vehicle.
Page 112 NOTES 2-46...
Page 113: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Accessory Power Outlets .......3-19 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ......3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Climate Controls ..........3-21 Horn .............3-6 Dual Climate Control System ......3-21 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Outlet Adjustment .........3-24 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ....3-25 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-8...
Page 114 Section 3 Instrument Panel Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message ..3-42 Audio System(s) ..........3-52 Low Oil Pressure Message ......3-42 Setting the Time ...........3-52 Low Engine Oil Level Message .......3-43 Radio with Cassette ........3-53 Change Engine Oil Message ......3-44 Radio with CD ..........3-64 Low Tire Message ........3-44 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-74 Door Ajar Warning Message ......3-45...
Page 115 NOTES...
Page 116: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 117 The main components of your instrument panel are listed here: A. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit I. Remote Trunk Release Button. See “Remote Trunk Breakers on page 5-95. Release” under Trunk on page 2-10. B. Traction Control On/Off Button (If Equipped). See J.
Page 118: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Horn Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering also let police know you have a problem. Your front wheel pad to sound the horn. and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Tilt Wheel The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located...
Page 119: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever • Flash-to-Pass. See Flash-to-Pass on page 3-9. • Windshield Wipers. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-9. • Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-10 • Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 3-11. For more information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-14 later in this section.
Page 120: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals Turn Signal On Chime The turn signal has two upward (for right) and If you leave either one of your turn signals on and drive two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound to you to signal a turn or a lane change.
Page 121: Windshield Wipers
Flash-to-Pass LO (Low Speed): Turn the band up to LO for a steady wiping at a low speed. With the turn signal lever in the low-beam position, pull HI (High Speed): Turn the band up to HI for a steady the lever toward you momentarily to switch to wiping at a high speed.
Page 122: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 123: Cruise Control
Cruise Control If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system (option) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about System (TCS) on page 4-8. When road conditions allow 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control on the accelerator.
Page 124 Resuming a Set Speed 3. Press the SET button located on the steering Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed wheel and release it. and then you apply the brake. This, of course shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the RESUME...
Page 125 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher •...
Page 126: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well your cruise control will work on hills depends The exterior lamps control upon your speed, load and the steepness of the is located on the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step instrument panel to the left on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
Page 127: Delayed Headlamps
Delayed Headlamps The exterior lamps control has three positions: Off: Push the control all the way in to turn off the The delayed headlamps feature provides a period of exterior lamps. exterior lighting as you leave the area around your vehicle.
Page 128: Fog Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps When it’s dark enough outside, your low-beam headlamps will turn off and the headlamps and parking (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System lamps will turn on. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for When it’s bright enough outside, your headlamps will go others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 129: Dome Lamp
Dome Lamp To turn the fog lamps on, press the FOG button. A light will come on in the button to let you know that the fog lamps are on. Press the FOG button again to turn If your vehicle has this feature, the dome lamp will the fog lamps off.
Page 130: Delayed Entry Lighting
Delayed Entry Lighting If during the illumination period a door is opened, the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on because a door is open. Delayed entry lighting illuminates the interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed. Parade Dimming The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to work.
Page 131: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from Your vehicle has a 12-volt draining the battery in case you accidentally leave on the outlet which can be used interior courtesy lamps, reading/map lamps, visor to plug in electrical vanity lamps or trunk lamp.
Page 132: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Certain accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle and adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see Your vehicle may have an ashtray and a cigarette your dealer for additional information on the power lighter.
Page 133: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Manual Operation Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airﬂow inside of your vehicle. Dual Climate Control System To change the current mode, select one of the following: With this system you can control the heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation for your vehicle.
Page 134 You may have to set the instrument panel brightness (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or control to the highest setting during the day to see the counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. indicator lamp. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, if The recirculation mode cannot be used with outside equipped, may need to be replaced.
Page 135: Defogging And Defrosting
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: Turn the right knob clockwise to select the defog or defrost mode. 1. Select the vent mode. 2. Select the recirculation mode. (Defog): This mode directs air equally to the windshield and the ﬂoor outlets.
Page 136: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Use the knob located below or to the side of the outlet, remove fog from the rear window. to change the direction of the air ﬂow. <...
Page 137: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment particulate air ﬁlter. It is located underneath the hood just below the windshield wiper arm on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, underneath the air inlet grille. The ﬁlter traps most of the pollen from air entering the Climate Control System.
Page 138: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that may When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on be on your vehicle.
Page 139: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically. Uplevel 3400 V6 Engine Cluster: United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown, Canada similar 3-27...
Page 140 Uplevel 3800 V6 Engine Cluster: United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown, Canada similar 3-28...
Page 141 Uplevel 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster: United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown, Canada similar 3-29...
Page 142: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both Your vehicle may have a miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). tachometer that displays Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has the engine speed in been driven in either miles (used in the United States) thousands of revolutions or in kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 143: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. start your vehicle, it means the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensors, the may not be working properly.
Page 144: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two release fully.
Page 145: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Traction Control System (TCS) Light Warning Light If your vehicle is equipped Your vehicle may have the with anti-lock brakes, the traction control system. If it anti-lock brake system does, this warning light warning light should come may come on for the on for a few seconds following reasons:...
Page 146: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Canada — 3400 V6 Canada — 3800 V6 Engine Cluster Engine Cluster United States — 3400 United States — 3800 V6 Engine Cluster V6 Engine Cluster Canada — 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster United States — 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster 3-34...
Page 147: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is Check Engine Light working. During the majority of the operation, the gage will read 210°F (100°C) or less. If you are pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to ﬂuctuate and approach the 250°F (122°C) mark.
Page 148: If The Light Is Flashing
This system is called OBD II (On-Board This light should come on, as a check to show you it is Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to working, when the ignition is on and the engine is assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the not running.
Page 149: If The Light Is On Steady
If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? the Light Is On Steady” following. If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, will usually be corrected when the electrical system stop the vehicle.
Page 150: Cruise Control Light
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Cruise Control Light Programs The CRUISE light comes Some state/provincial and local governments have or on whenever you set your may begin programs to inspect the emission control cruise control. See equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this Cruise Control on inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle page 3-11.
Page 151: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Canada — 3400 V6 Canada — 3800 V6 Engine Cluster Engine Cluster United States — 3400 United States — 3800 V6 Engine Cluster V6 Engine Cluster Canada — 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster United States — 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster 3-39...
Page 152: Message Center
Message Center The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. The message center is located below the temperature The gage will ﬁrst indicate empty before you are out of gage or the tachometer gage (if equipped) on the fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as instrument panel cluster.
Page 153: Battery Warning Message
Battery Warning Message When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. The message will stay on for 60 seconds. Four chimes will also be heard. Adjust your driving When the vehicle accordingly. is started this message When the ignition is turned off, this message will be will be displayed for displayed again for three seconds to remind you...
Page 154 Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Low Oil Pressure Message Message United States Canada United States Canada This message is displayed in the message center when the engine oil pressure is low. A chime will sound This message is displayed when the cooling system continuously, also.
Page 155 Low Engine Oil Level Message CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 156 Change Engine Oil Message Low Tire Message United States Canada United States Canada When this message comes on, it means that service is Your vehicle may be equipped with the tire pressure required for your vehicle. It will appear for 60 seconds. system which monitors the inﬂation pressure of the tires.
Page 157 Door Ajar Warning Message Trunk Ajar Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada This message will appear if one of the doors is not This message will appear if the trunk is not completely completely closed and the ignition is in ON. closed and the ignition is in ON.
Page 158 Security Message Low Washer Fluid Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada ® This message is displayed to monitor the Passlock This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on system. windshield washer ﬂuid. If the security message is displayed continuously while The message is only displayed for 60 seconds at the driving and stays on, there may be a problem with the start of each ignition cycle.
Page 159 Low Fuel Warning Message Low Brake Fluid Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada This message is displayed when your vehicle is low on This message will be displayed when your vehicle has a fuel. Four chimes will also sound. brake problem.
Page 160: Service Vehicle Soon Message
Service Vehicle Soon Message Highbeam Out Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada This message will come on if you have engine problems. If this message appears, you may have a problem with your high-beam headlamps. These problems may not be obvious and may not affect vehicle performance or durability.
Page 161: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) To change the display to a metric or English reading, press the RESET and MODE buttons at the same time. Hold them down for three seconds and the display will change. A chime will be heard to conﬁrm the new selection.
Page 162: Compass Variance
Compass Variance The last entered variance zone number and VAR will be displayed. Press the MODE button until the proper Compass variance is the difference between magnetic variance zone number on the map is shown. Press the north and geographic north. In some areas of the RESET button to set the new variance zone and country, the difference is great enough to cause the resume normal operation.
Page 163: Trip Computer
Manual Compass Calibration Trip Computer If the compass appears erratic and the calibration There are ﬁve trip computer displays which may be symbol does not appear, you must manually put the stepped through by pushing the MODE button. compass into the calibration mode. The information will appear in the following order: Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the AVG ECON (Average Fuel Economy): This shows the...
Page 164: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Setting the Time Press and hold the HR or MN buttons for two seconds. Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to The clock symbol will appear on the display. Then your vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobile press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can display.
Page 165: Radio With Cassette
Radio with Cassette This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 166: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH.
Page 167: Setting Preset Stations
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to or TREB appears on the display.
Page 168: Rds And Xm
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: knob until BAL appears on the display.
Page 169: Service
BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency INFO (Information): If the current station has a allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, button to see the message.
Page 170: Radio Messages
Radio Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has radio station you will hear it. been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the radio If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements, has not been conﬁgured properly for the vehicle and...
Page 171 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 172 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 173: Playing A Cassette Tape
Playing a Cassette Tape 1 PREV (Previous): The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for The tape player is built to work best with tapes that are previous to work. Press this pushbutton to go to up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 174 3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to quickly BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a reverse the tape. The station frequency and REV will tape is playing. The inactive tape will remain safely appear on the display. Press it again to return to playing inside the radio for future listening.
Page 175: Cassette Tape Messages
Cassette Tape Messages If the cassette is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good cassette. CHK TAPE (Check Tape): If this message appears on If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be the display, it could be for one of the following corrected, contact your GM dealer.
Page 176: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 177 Playing the Radio For XM™ (if equipped), press the DISPL knob while in XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel: PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Channel and off.
Page 178 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds. SCAN will appear on AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS the display and you will hear a beep. The radio will or TREB appears on the display.
Page 179 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: knob until BAL appears on the display.
Page 180 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency INFO (Information): If the current station has a allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the message, the information symbol will appear on the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, display.
Page 181 Radio Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has radio station you will hear it. been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements, has not been conﬁgured properly for your vehicle and...
Page 182 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 183 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 184: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The have played. TRACK and the track number will appear player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.
Page 185 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the EJT (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. will appear on the display. RDM T and the track CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this number will appear on the display when each track button is pressed ﬁrst.
Page 186: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 187 Playing the Radio Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will allow for more volume PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Page 188 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped), can be programmed or TREB appears on the display. Then turn the knob on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the to increase or to decrease.
Page 189 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: BAL appears on the display.
Page 190 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency INFO (Information): If the current station has a allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the message, the information symbol will appear on the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, display.
Page 191 Radio Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned CAL ERR (Calibrate Error): The audio system has radio station you will hear it. been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements, has not been conﬁgured properly for the vehicle...
Page 192 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 193 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 194 Playing a Cassette Tape 1 PREV (Previous): The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to The tape player is built to work best with tapes that are work. Press this pushbutton to go to the previous up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 195 3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to quickly SEEK : If the right or the left arrow is held or reverse the tape. The station frequency and REV will pressed more than once, the player will continue moving appear on the display and the radio will play while the forward or backward through the tape.
Page 196 Cassette Tape Messages If the cassette tape is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good cassette. CHK TAPE (Check Tape): If this message appears on If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be the display, the tape will not play because of one of corrected, contact your GM dealer.
Page 197 Playing a CD 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The have played. TRACK and the track number will appear player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.
Page 198 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the EJT (Eject): Press this button, located next to the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON CD slot, to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either will appear on the display. RDM T and the track the ignition or radio off.
Page 199: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature They include the following: SEEK : Press the up or the down arrow to go to ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your the next or to the previous station and stay there. vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number Press and hold either arrow for three seconds to scan (VIN).
Page 200: Radio Reception
XM™ Satellite Radio Service MODE: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette reception from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall tape or CD is playing.
Page 201 For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The can be used.
Page 202: Care Of Your Cds
Care of Your CDs Backglass Antenna Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window or other protective cases and away from direct defogger, located in the rear window. Be sure that the sunlight and dust.
Page 203: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
Vehicle Customization Settings Because this antenna is built into your rear window, there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals. The audio system can be used to control vehicle customization settings using the DISPL knob when the If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your radio is off.
Page 204 NOTES 3-92...
Page 205 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 City Driving ..........4-19 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-20 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-21 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Highway Hypnosis ........4-22 Braking ............4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-22 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6...
Page 206: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and reading, or reaching for something on the ﬂoor — makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even Your Vehicle cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself.
Page 207 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
Page 208 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision have a lower relative percentage of body water increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this 0.05 percent or above.
Page 209: Control Of A Vehicle
Braking CAUTION: Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your judgment can be affected by even a small foot and do it.
Page 210: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool advanced electronic braking system that will help between hard stops.
Page 211 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 212: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you If you do not have anti-lock, use a “squeeze” braking need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always technique. This will give you maximum braking while decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to maintaining steering control.
Page 213 When the system is on, this warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem. United States Canada When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin.
Page 214: Steering
Steering To turn the system on or off, press the TRAC OFF button on the left side Power Steering of the instrument panel. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Page 215: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control There are times when steering can be more effective than systems — steering and braking — have to do their braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a work where the tires meet the road.
Page 216: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 217: Passing
Passing • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a thing, following too closely reduces your area of two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, vision, especially if you are following a larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then...
Page 218: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out Let us review what driving experts say about what of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough happens when the three control systems —...
Page 219: Driving At Night
Driving at Night If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Page 220 Here are some tips on night driving. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several • Drive defensively. seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When • Do not drink and drive. you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with •...
Page 221: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 222: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the CAUTION: water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 223: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 224: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 225: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it allow a reasonable following distance. serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you Expect to move slightly slower at night.
Page 226: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 227 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, ignition off is dangerous.
Page 228: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red Here are some tips for winter driving: cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, •...
Page 229: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it Most of the time, those places where your tires meet is about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins the road probably have good traction.
Page 230: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
• Remember, unless you have anti-lock brakes, if you Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just If you do not have blankets or extra clothing, make slide.
Page 231 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster CAUTION: than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 232: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4-29.
Page 233: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading Your Vehicle First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle has can carry.
Page 234 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also lists the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation, see Tires on page 5-58 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-64.
Page 235 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
Page 236 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Maximum Vehicle Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Capacity Weight for 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Example 2 Example 3 Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) (68 kg)
Page 237 Certiﬁcation Label Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. If the vehicle is going to carry a heavy load, spread it out. Do not carry more than 167 lbs (75 kg) in your trunk. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either...
Page 238: Towing
Towing If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else are put inside the vehicle, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, Towing Your Vehicle or if there is a crash, they will keep going. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if CAUTION: you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.
Page 239: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
Page 240: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull CAUTION: a trailer.
Page 241: Weight Of The Trailer
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information to save wear on your vehicle’s parts. or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center Three important considerations have to do with weight: P.O. Box 33170 •...
Page 242: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by to measure because it affects the total or gross weight moving some items around in the trailer.
Page 243: Trailer Brakes
Hitches Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper. It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are rig.
Page 244: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal to know your rig.
Page 245: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Parking on Hills When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need additional wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your CAUTION: instrument panel will ﬂash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also ﬂash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, You really should not park your vehicle, with a change lanes or stop.
Page 246: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down on this.
Page 247 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Power Steering Fluid ........5-41 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-42 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Brakes ............5-44 Vehicle ............5-5 Battery ............5-47 Jump Starting ..........5-48 Fuel ..............5-5 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Headlamp Aiming ...........5-53 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-6...
Page 248 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Replacement ........5-71 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-90 Tire Chains ..........5-73 Aluminum Wheels .........5-91 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-74 Tires ............5-91 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-92 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-74 Finish Damage ..........5-92 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-76 Underbody Maintenance ........5-92 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the...
Page 249: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
Page 250: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
Page 251: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Gasoline Octane Your Vehicle If your vehicle has the 3400 V6 engine (VIN Code E) or the 3800 V6 engine (VIN Code K), use regular unleaded Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher.
Page 252: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
Gasoline Speciﬁcations Additives It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States which were developed by automobile manufacturers are now required to contain additives that will help around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, Charter which is available from the Alliance of allowing your emission control system to work properly.
Page 253: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese If you plan on driving in another country outside the tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.
Page 254: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Page 255 CAUTION: CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.
Page 256: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from An electric fan under the hood can start up the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and injure you even when the engine is not You can be badly burned and your vehicle running.
Page 257: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch, located near the center of the hood front, by pushing the latch to the right.
Page 258: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 (Code E) engine, here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 259 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding I. Engine Coolant Air Bleed Valves (underneath engine Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid shield). See “How to Add Coolant to the Radiator” on page 5-42. under Cooling System on page 5-34. B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-47. J.
Page 260 When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 (Code K) engine, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 261 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (low in engine Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid compartment). See Power Steering Fluid on on page 5-42. page 5-41. B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-47. J. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-18.
Page 262 When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Supercharged (Code 1) engine, here is what you will see: 5-16...
Page 263 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (below generator). Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-41. on page 5-42. I. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-47. under Engine Oil on page 5-18.
Page 264: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
Page 265 When to Add Engine Oil What Kind of Engine Oil to Use If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of Look for two things: the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one quart •...
Page 266 • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container.
Page 267: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Life System Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines When to Change Engine Oil starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know your warranty.
Page 268: Using The Radio
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life 6. Press the TUNE DISP knob to reset. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting and DONE will System be displayed for one second. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change 7.
Page 269: Supercharger Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Supercharger Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be Unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the proper unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. tools, you should let your dealer perform this Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 270: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Check and Add Oil 2. Remove the oil ﬁll plug. 3. The oil level is correct when it just reaches the bottom of the threads of the inspection hole. CAUTION: 4. Replace the oil plug with the O-ring in place. Tighten to 88 lb-in (10 Y).
Page 271 To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, do the 5. To reinstall the cover, position the tabs through the following: slots on the housing. A notch on the sides of the ﬁlter cover will indicate the correct engagement. Reinstall the two clips on the top of the housing when you are ﬁnished.
Page 272: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may When to Check and Change choose to have this done at the dealership service department. A good time to check your automatic transaxle ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 273 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. • Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running.
Page 274: Engine Coolant
How to Add Fluid Engine Coolant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with kind of transaxle ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Page 275: What To Use
What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and The repair cost would not be covered by your ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage warranty.
Page 276: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant Adding Coolant ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL The coolant recovery tank coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be is located between the careful not to spill it. power steering ﬂuid If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add reservoir and the coolant to the radiator.
Page 277: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap CAUTION: Notice: The radiator cap on your vehicle is a pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line engine parts.
Page 278: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See Overheated Engine Protection CAUTION: Operating Mode on page 5-33 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
Page 279: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: Operating Mode 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and let the be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation.
Page 280: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: 3800 V6 engine shown, 3800 V6 Supercharged engine similar A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 3400 V6 engine C.
Page 281 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check do not do anything else until it cools down. The to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
Page 282 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Recovery Tank Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant level is not at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of ®...
Page 283: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 284 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 285 4. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve or valves. 3400 V6 Bleed Valve #1 3400 V6 Bleed Valve #2 3800 Series II V6 Bleed Valve 3400 V6 engine: There are two bleed valves. The ﬁrst is located on the thermostat housing.
Page 286 7. If you have the 3800 V6 engine, replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield. 7.1. Remove the oil ﬁll tube, with cap attached, from the valve cover. 7.2. Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine. 7.3.
Page 287: Power Steering Fluid
12. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to ﬂow out of the ﬁller neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up properly. 13. Check the coolant in the recovery tank. The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine is cold.
Page 288: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. you hear an unusual noise.
Page 289: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts of the washer system.
Page 290: Brakes
Brakes So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add ﬂuid when your linings are worn, then you will have too Brake Fluid much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when Your brake master cylinder work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 291 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Page 292: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or lightly Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help worn and new pads are needed.
Page 293: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many chemicals known to the State of California to cause parts have to be of top quality and work well together if cancer and reproductive harm.
Page 294: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it vehicle.
Page 295 Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3.
Page 296 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure gas to explode. People have been hurt doing you badly. Keep your hands away from moving this, and some have been blinded. Use a parts once the engine is running.
Page 297 8. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery. Use a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 298 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and the following: damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the covered by your warranty.
Page 299: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming Halogen Bulbs Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. CAUTION: If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers (for can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 300: Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, And Parking Lamps
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11 Parking Lamps for more information. 2. Remove the air baffle. A. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp B. Low-Beam Headlamp 3.
Page 301: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Sidemarker Lamps
9. Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on the bulb base into the matching notch in the retaining ring. Turn the bulb a quarter-turn clockwise until it stops. 10. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the headlamp assembly.
Page 302: Back-Up Lamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 3. Pull the rear trunk applique away from the vehicle. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-10 for more 4. Remove the socket. To do so, press the tab, information.
Page 303: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Windshield Wipers, Blade Check” under Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 304: Tires
Tires CAUTION: Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, Poorly maintained and improperly used tires see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional are dangerous.
Page 305: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC Useful information about a tire is molded into its speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC sidewall.
Page 306 (B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
Page 307: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Size (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter The following illustration shows an example of a typical R means radial ply construction; the letter D means passenger vehicle tire size.
Page 308 Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. from steel or other reinforcing materials. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.
Page 309 Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces with the road. outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or called “wear bars,”...
Page 310: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s door latch. This label shows your vehicle’s original Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate equipment tires and the correct inﬂation pressures for effectively.
Page 311: Tire Pressure Monitor System
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire If your vehicle has the tire pressure monitor system, it pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inﬂated can alert you to a large change in the pressure of simply by looking at them.
Page 312 The tire pressure monitor system detects differences in Any time you adjust a tire’s pressure, rotate your tires, tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire or have one or more tires repaired or replaced, you’ll pressure. The system can alert you about a low tire — but need to reset (calibrate) the tire pressure monitor it doesn’t replace normal tire maintenance.
Page 313: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation 5. Press the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT button to enter the submenu. RESET will be displayed. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles 6. Press the TUNE DISPL button to reset. A chime will (8 000 to 13 000 km).
Page 314: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and One way to tell when it’s rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and time for new tires is to Loading Information label.
Page 315: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires your vehicle needs, look at the tire and loading information label. For more information about this label and its location on Mixing tires could cause you to lose control your vehicle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.
Page 316: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 317: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
Page 318: Used Replacement Wheels
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or the same way as the one it replaces. odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or clearance to the body and chassis.
Page 319: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size other than P235/55R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your CAUTION: tires.
Page 320: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 321 When you have a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 322: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk. 1. Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. Then remove the cover. 3. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it.
Page 323: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Your vehicle may have center caps if equipped with aluminum wheels. To remove the wheel center cap, use the ﬂat end of the wheel wrench and pry them off at the pry off notch.
Page 324 Your vehicle may be equipped with wheel covers. To Once you have removed the wheel cover, center cap, or remove the wheel covers and wheel nut caps, do wheel nut caps, use the following procedure to remove the following: the ﬂat tire and install the spare tire. 1.
Page 325 Jack Placement – Front Tire Jack Placement – Rear Tire The diagram shows you where you should place The diagram shows you where to place your jack to your jack to change a front tire. Use the bolts (A) as change a rear tire.
Page 326 2. Put the compact spare tire near you. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even...
Page 327 6. Install the compact spare tire. CAUTION: CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If become loose after a time. The wheel could you do, the nuts might come loose.
Page 328 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 329: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 9. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross and Tools sequence as shown. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
Page 330 To store a full-size tire, do the following: A. Retainer B. Cover 1. Place the tire in the trunk, valve stem facing down with the protector/guide through a wheel bolt hole. C. Compact Spare Tire 2. Remove the protector/guide and attach the retainer D.
Page 331: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 332: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage the vehicle: Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Other cleaning products can burst into ﬂames if a match •...
Page 333: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Most stains can be removed with club soda water. To 4. Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to clean, use the following instructions: avoid a ring effect. 1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. For 5.
Page 334: Vinyl
Vinyl Instrument Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. This or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the may have to be done more than once.
Page 335: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Washing Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it CAUTION: clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 336: Finish Care
Finish Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield hand may be necessary to remove residue from washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, the paint ﬁnish.
Page 337: Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners be covered by your warranty.
Page 338: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage Underbody Maintenance If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop control can collect on the underbody. If these are not applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Page 339: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light the following products. surface contamination. Description Usage Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated...
Page 340: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) speciﬁcations and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label in the trunk. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 341: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit Add-On Electrical Equipment breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle it ﬁxed.
Page 342: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 343 Fuses Usage Relays Usage Retained Accessory Power Relay AIRBAG Airbag System HEADLAMP Headlamp Relay ABS/PCM Anti-lock Brake System, Powertrain Control Module, Brake Switch, Crank Relay, Canister Vent Solenoid Circuit Usage (Run, Crank) Breakers RETAINED Brake Lamps, Body Control Module STOP ACCSRY Power Window, Sunroof Breaker (Run, Crank)
Page 344 Passenger’s Side Some fuses are in a fuse block at the end of the instrument panel on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses. Fuses Usage RH HTD ST Passenger Heated Seat PWR DROP Accommodated Device B/U LP...
Page 345: Underhood Fuse Block
Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers HTD MIR Heated Mirrors PWER SEATS BRK SW Brake Switch Power Seat Circuit Breaker BRKR HAZ SW Hazard Switch REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger Breaker REAR PRK LP Rear Parking Lamps BRKR AUX PWR Accessory Power Outlet (Battery) C/LTR Cigarette Lighter Underhood Fuse Block...
Page 346 Upper Fuse Block Fuses Usage U/HOOD #1 Underhood (Top) Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block in the engine HORN RLY Horn Relay compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 BLANK Blank for more information on location.
Page 347 Lower Fuse Block Fuses Usage COOLING Some fuses are in a fuse block in the engine Cooling Fans (Battery) FANS compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. FAN CONT #2 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 Cooling Fan Control Relays #2 & #3 &...
Page 348: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 2.3 lbs 1.0 kg Automatic Transaxle 7.4 quarts 7.0 L Pan Removal and Replacement 10.0 quarts...
Page 349 Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 3400 V6 Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 3800 V6 Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 3800 Supercharged V6 Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 5-103...
Page 350 NOTES 5-104...
Page 351 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month ........6-9 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....6-2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 352: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and important.
Page 353 This schedule is for vehicles that: Some maintenance services can be complex. So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the • carry passengers and cargo within recommended necessary equipment, you should have your GM limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the tire and Goodwrench dealer do these jobs.
Page 354: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance When the change engine oil message appears, certain services, checks and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes on, it “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II...
Page 355 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-18. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-21. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 356: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000)
Page 357: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500) (240 000) Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i).
Page 358 (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your − When doing frequent trailer towing. belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery are working properly. Look for any other loose or service.
Page 359: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add These owner checks and services should be performed ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, Coolant on page 5-28 for further details.
Page 360: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Page 361: Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition to OFF in each shift lever position. •...
Page 362: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in System Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Canada 89021186). number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your ® DEXRON -III Automatic dealer.
Page 363: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts AC Delco Part Part GM Part Number Number 10351258 Automatic Transaxle Filter — 24206433 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 10351258 A1614C Engine Oil Filter...
Page 364: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 365 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-15...
Page 366 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 367: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Users ............7-4 Government ..........7-11 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 368: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to visible through the windshield. your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your • Dealership name and location.
Page 369: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 370: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free Fax Number: 313-381-0022 number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes From U.S. Virgin Islands: to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-496-9994 Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada —...
Page 371: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket Caribbean Islands/Countries driver’s or passenger’s adaptive equipment you may (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Page 372: Roadside Assistance Program
Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are for the repair or replacement of the tire if not automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside covered by a warrantable failure.
Page 373: Courtesy Transportation
This will coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at Scheduling Service Appointments any time without notiﬁcation.
Page 374: Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle wait. However, if you are unable to wait, Chevrolet that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several repair.
Page 375: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Additional Program Information Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance.
Page 376: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information Reporting Safety Defects to the about a crash event or share it with others other than: •...
Page 377: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify Case Unit Repair Manual General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM...
Page 378: Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
Page 379 Appearance Care (cont.) Finish Damage ..........5-92 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-19 Glass Surfaces ..........5-88 Additives, Fuel ..........5-6 Instrument Panel ......... 5-88 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-95 Interior Plastic Components ......5-88 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ......... 5-24 Leather ............5-88 Air Conditioning ..........
Page 380 Audio System(s) (cont.) Bulb Replacement (cont.) Understanding Radio Reception ..... 3-88 Headlamp Aiming ........5-53 Vehicle Customization Settings ...... 3-91 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .... 3-91 Lamps ............ 5-54 Automatic Transaxle Replacement Bulbs ........5-56 Fluid ............
Page 381 Child Restraints Cleaning (cont.) Child Restraint Systems ....... 1-35 Underbody Maintenance ....... 5-92 Infants and Young Children ......1-31 Vinyl ............5-88 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Washing Your Vehicle ........5-89 Children (LATCH System) ......1-42 Weatherstrips ..........5-89 Older Children ..........
Page 382 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driver Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Position, Safety Belt ........1-13 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 Driver Information Center (DIC) ......3-49 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....7-5 Driving Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-11 At Night .............
Page 383 Engine Flat Tire ............5-74 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-24 Flat Tire, Changing ......... 5-74 Battery ............5-47 Flat Tire, Storing ..........5-83 Change Oil Message ........3-44 Fluid Check and Service Engine Soon Light .... 3-35 Automatic Transaxle ........5-26 Coolant ............
Page 384 Headlamps (cont.) Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Gage Lamps ............ 5-54 Engine Coolant Temperature ......3-34 High/Low Beam Changer ........ 3-8 Fuel ............3-39 Heated Seats ........... 1-4 Speedometer ..........3-30 Heater ............3-21 Tachometer ..........3-30 Highbeam On Light ......... 3-38 Garage Door Opener ........
Page 385 Light (cont.) Cruise Control ..........3-38 Jump Starting ..........5-48 Highbeam On ..........3-38 Malfunction Indicator ........3-35 Safety Belt Reminder ........3-30 TCS Warning Light ........3-33 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ..3-33 Keyless Entry System ........2-3 Lighting Keys ...............
Page 386 Message (cont.) Low Brake Fluid Warning ......3-47 Maintenance Schedule Low Engine Oil Level ........3-43 Additional Required Services ......6-6 Low Fuel Warning ........3-47 At Each Fuel Fill ........... 6-9 Low Oil Pressure ......... 3-42 At Least Once a Month ........6-9 Low Tire .............
Page 387 Parking Brake ............2-22 Odometer ............3-30 Over Things That Burn ......... 2-26 Odometer, Trip ..........3-30 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..... 3-25 Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-12 Passing ............4-13 ® Passlock ............2-15 Engine ............5-18 Power Pressure Message ........3-42 Accessory Outlets ........
Page 388 Recreational Vehicle Towing ......4-34 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-3 Radiator Pressure Cap ........5-31 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation .... 2-4 Radios ............3-52 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ....3-88 Spare Tire ..........
Page 389 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ....1-44 Safety Belt Rear Seat Position ........1-44 Reminder Light ..........3-30 Right Front Seat Position ......1-46 Safety Belts Service ............5-3 Care of ............5-89 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Center Front Passenger Position ....
Page 390 Starting Your Engine ........2-17 Tires ............. 5-58 Steering ............4-10 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ......5-91 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ......3-87 Buying New Tires ........5-69 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 3-6 Chains ............5-73 Storage Areas Changing a Flat Tire ........5-74 Center Console Storage Area ......
Page 391 Traction Vehicle (cont.) Active Message ........... 3-41 Service Soon Message ......... 3-48 Control System (TCS) ........4-8 Symbols ............iv Control System Warning Light ....... 3-33 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Service Traction System Warning Message ..3-40 Recorders ............ 7-9 Transaxle Vehicle Identiﬁcation Fluid, Automatic ...........
Page 392 Windshield Wiper Blades, Cleaning ........ 5-90 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ....3-91 Windshield Washer ......... 3-10 Fluid ............5-42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ........5-57 Fuses ............5-95 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....... 6-2 Windshield Wipers ......... 3-9 Winter Driving ..........

Chevrolet IMPALA 2005 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Seats and Restraint Systems

Features and Controls

Maintenance Schedule

Instrument Panel

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Trip Computer

Audio System(S)

Service and Appearance Care

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Bulb Replacement

Headlamp Aiming

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

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